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1-2-3 Host Link Communications
Host Link communications which allows up to 32 OMRON PCs to be controlled
from a host computer. The computer-PC connections can be made connectors
such as RS-232C and RS-422 Adapters.
One-to-one Communications The following diagram shows the possible methods for a 1:1 connection
between a CPM1A and an IBM PC/AT or compatible computer.
IBM PC/AT or
compatible
RS-232C Cable
XW2Z-200T (2 m)
XW2Z-500T (5 m)
RS-232C Adapter
CQM1-CIF02
CPM1A CPU Unit
The following diagram shows the possible methods for a connection between a
CPM1A PC and an OMRON Programmable Terminal (a operator interface
device).
OMRON Programmable Terminal
RS-232C Cable
CPM1A CPU Unit
RS-232C Adapter
Connecting to a
Programmable Terminal
System Configuration
Section 1-2